York volunteer Swanson noted for his work ethic and commitment

Geoffrey Swanson, of Seaford, was nominated as volunteer of the week by the York County Department of Fire and Life Safety.

He serves as a fire and life safety volunteer for the department, under the direction of Fire Chief Stephen Kopczynski, who also is director and coordinator of emergency management for the department.

Swanson was recently honored by the York County Board of Supervisors as an outstanding government volunteer.

According to department officials, "Since he started actively serving with the Department of Fire and Life Safety in May 2008, Geoff has developed a respected and reliable working relationship with the staff on his assigned shift at Fire Station One and with other members throughout the department.

"He has been a consistently reliable volunteer member who has integrated well with the department and performs his duties in a professional and competent manner.

"In 2010, Geoff consistently exceeded the minimum number of hours of duty all 12 months and had the highest number of operational hours.

"Geoff's sincere desire and commitment to providing the best possible fire and rescue services to the citizens of York County is evidenced by his continuously reliable service, his desire for self improvement and his excellent working relationship with both career and volunteer members of the department."

York officials estimate volunteers contributed about 66,646 hours to the county last year.